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In this young‑adult story set in a middle school, Jenny uncovers the spread of rumors that threaten her friendships. Facing the challenge, she must identify the culprit within her peer circle to protect her best friends and maintain classroom harmony.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Nancy E. Krulik
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